26 May 1941
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Newspaper
Port Pirie Recorder
Location
Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia
Date
May 26, 1941
Page
1
Australian press reports a high anticipation of Roosevelt's upcoming fireside address with hints of bold policy moves. Parachute assaults on Crete continue as British and Australian forces repel German landings, with heavy losses for the invaders and multiple air combats lowering German capabilities.
Rome reports a fierce naval engagement under way in the Acgam Sea as forces clash in the Aegean theater. Officials warn of ongoing combat with potential strategic implications for the region.
London dispatch reports 10,000 Australians held in Greece with the International Red Cross in Geneva. The figure indicates a large group awaiting clarification on their status and potential repatriation.
Rashid Ali flees from Iraq to Mosta seeking German aid while his generals break away and wage a new revolt. British troops purportedly control the upper Euphrates area enabling pressure on central Iraq. German entry efforts ease briefly. Buenos Aires reports limits on belligerent submarines.
A severe sandstorm near Sollum forced a suspension of German military operations Sunday and Wednesday. Reports state losses include tanks and halted activity as crews battle the arid conditions and reduce frontline movements.
U S readers learn Roosevelt must set naval policy as German warships push through patrol areas. Hood, a 42000 ton reconditioned cruiser, with escort met the Bismarck off Green and, after exchanging fire, a main magazine shell exploded and sank Hood. Only a few of 134 crew members were saved. British ships search for the German squadron.
From Commonwealth Department of Information Melbourne reports Admiral Darlan pledged France would never surrender her fleet and denied German demands for colonies or aid in the war on Britain. His remarks aim to reassure French public opinion, deter U S apprehension, and explain Vichy’s stance amid pressure from Germany and Laval.
Cairo reports that a fourth squadron of French bombers left Syria and landed at a Palestine aerodrome to support Britain. British aircraft have raided German airfields at Aleppo and in Iraq, signaling a coordinated Allied effort across the region.
Rain in the Pirie district over Friday night lifts farmers’ spirits after a long drought. Gardeners cheer as the dry spell ends and many agriculturists plan to resume seeding. Wandearah district farmers express relief at the brighter skies and renewed optimism for crops.
Sunday records show a high of 75 and 54 at 8:30 am, with Saturday 67.2 and 47, Friday 75 and 54. Crop reports mention delayed seeding, wind impact, and better conditions after a January start. At Pirie Post Office 30 points tied for best May rainfall. yearly totals to date are listed for January through April. Gardens appear greener and winds light, but no rain on the day.
Personal Mr P Simmonds of The Terrace readmitted to Pirie Hospital. George Pain, son of Mr and Mrs C G Pain, Pirie, called to final Royal Australian Navy medical examination after recent transfer from Pirie to Wirrabara Bank branch. State Industrial Court President Kelly visited Pirie for employers and Amalgamated Carpenters and Joiners dispute. Rev J Isherwood of Whyalla Church of England replaced at Tumby Bay by his twin. T D Barber returns to Pirie YMCA post military training.
At the annual BHAS Picnic and Sports Association meeting in Pirie a call went out for women to join a blood donor program. Mrs. Warren urged healthy women aged 18 to 60 to volunteer for blood grouping and possible donation, detailing simple tests and on the spot or Adelaide transport for grouping.
A call goes out for women drivers to join the Red Cross Transport unit. Mrs. D Tassie says urgent need to bolster local detachment. Women may join with or without cars. training promised as educational and nationally valuable. Contact Mrs Tassie for details. Capt J Maitland Thomson sails to Whyalla. VY White on leave visiting Pirie. Fred Payne hospitalized in Pirie.
King Victor Emmanuel and Premier Verlusi were en route to a port in Albania when a young Greek fired several revolver shots. Officials said the assailant was arrested to prevent lynching and will be tried by a military tribunal.
In Bayswater road Darlinghurst a man lifted nearly £400 in money and cheques from a shop drawer during a rush, mingling with customers. He walked out as assistants were distracted and escaped before police could locate him. The loss was discovered when change was sought.
A.W. Fadden forecast a Sunday appointment to co ordinate almost every aspect of Australia's war effort. The role would cover munitions supply recruiting manpower and dollar exchange conservation overseas and elimination of bottlenecks in production and interdepartmental overlap.
The Pirie unit of the Volunteer Defence Corps completed its most intensive week end movement. About 40 members drove to Dunn Springs, spent the night under canvas, and conducted day and night manoeuvres under Deputy Company Leader S J Galton and CSM L A Mars.
Alderman W Goffey plans to challenge Labor endorsed mayoral candidate W H Threadgold for Pirie mayor in the upcoming election. Dr W H Taylor ends Solomontown Ward bid, with J H Reid sole Salv aontown Ward nominee. Nomination period extended to Saturday noon as Labor seeks to preserve strength. North Ward sees no Warman bid. South Ward expected no Labor candidate. General nomination day for municipalities set for the second Saturday in June.
Kiev J Isherwood, now rector of the Church of England at Whyalla, visits Pirie staying at St Pauls rectory after serving in Tumby Bay. His twin brother, recently arrived from Britain, is appointed to the district to replace him and aims to build a church and school at Whyalla.
Dr. Grenfell Price narrowly led Labor candidate T E Lawton by 7 887 after postal votes counted in the Boothby by election. Premier Playford hailed the result as a step toward national unity while Labor’s Leader Richards praised Lawton’s hard fight amid misrepresentation claims. Voting tallies by subdivision listed with totals and informals.
The Moonta carries passengers enjoying a gulf trip with many names listed as travelers and sponsors for a voyage to Pirie. In Auburn Court a car damage case tied to a police yard incident was noted, along with a fine for Gordon Bannerman for unlawful presence in a police station yard.
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